Number one on the list would be quiet. I’m NOT a party animal so I’d get away from hotels and motels that cater to the party crowd. Usually I travel by car or motorcycle so I’m dead tired when I settle in for a night’s sleep. I want a comfortable bed, clean sheets and a comfy pillow. I fall asleep really quickly so a nice strong shower is always relaxing. By strong I’m referring to decent water pressure. Nature takes care of the rest.

If you were to buy a new house/apartment what is the top three items on your wish list?

If money were not a consideration isolation would be a top priority, I’d have a nice, big, yurt home built with a generous deck and great outdoor scenery.

I’s like my new home to be within 5 miles of a shopping area for groceries and necessities. The rest would be delivered to my door by Amazon.com and/or UPS, USPS or FedEx.

I would avoid an apartment at all cost as that usually indicated close proximity neighbors, something I could do without in retirement. I’d want an additional structure large enough to set up a decent woodworking shop so I could build most of my own furniture.

What did you appreciate or what made you smile this past week?

On this Memorial Day weekend I appreciate the sacrifices given by our military enlisted. Having served our country during the Vietnam era I appreciate the sacrifices made.

I’m also grateful for a successful 2nd eye surgery and reports of 20/20 vision without the need for glasses. As the eyes heal I’m getting more accustomed to not wearing glasses. I now have better vision than at any time in my life.